FFRC BLOG: FFRC Blog week ending January 10, 2026

FFRC Blog Week Ending January 10, 2026

FFRC is now LIVE again on Instagram. Thanks so much to Hikaru Human for volunteering to take on the responsibility of this site. Hikaru is requesting information on kitties so that she can pass on this knowledge of our adoptable kitties. Here is her request from her recent Facebook post, which has been paraphrased.

I would like to ask y'all to tell me about the Adoptable Kitties particularly in Back Thumper's and Nyota's Nest. I'm looking for as many adjectives as possible, stories about them, or with them that I can glean character traits from, etc. Here are some things to consider: Are they playful? Laid back? Inquisitive, curious? Would they make a good home office companion? Do they have a sweet meow? Are they vocal at all? Do they purr easily? What kinds of things have you noticed they like to play with or what treats do they like? Do they like to be petted in a particular way? Are they okay with other cats or better off as an only cat?

Here is a list of the kitties I need to know about:

Juniper

Tigerlily

Emmy

Siggy

Zoolove

SInopa

Kahu

Leibchen

Chia

Victoria

Happy

Please reach out to her if you have information that can help. She can be reached through Facebook. This is very exciting and hopefully we can get this information out and have more kitties adopted.

Here is the link to our site:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/ffrckittycam

Adoptions:

PHOEBE and DOTTIE were adopted on Friday, January 9th. This one was a very happy surprise! Phoebe and Dottie were found under Debbie's car one morning with their brothers Buehler and Hayden. These two ladies will be keeping their names with their new mom, Barb. Barb had previously adopted Darma and Trista back in 2004. Phoebe and Dottie are approximately 10 1/2 months old and are excited to live together for the rest of their lives.

PHOEBE

DOTTIE

SCAMPER and CHURCH were adopted together on Saturday, 1/10. Scamper is more laid back, and Church is just a little bit rowdy. These two little boy inkies are happy to be going home. The drive is a little under two hours away. Church is about 9 months old and was found in a church parking lot. He will be keeping his name until a new name presents itself. Our mod Terri has supplied a case of baby food to go with Church. He loves it! Scamper is a little younger at about 8 months old. He was dumped at FFRC. He is also keeping his name until another one fits better.

CHURCH

SCAMPER

AND ANOTHER SURPRISE...

TYGRA is going home with Scamper and Church! She was found at a factory under a pallet. Her date of birth is 6/23/25. Her new name will be MANUKA. She is a quiet shy girl. Her new parents had been watching her and had seen that she was making friends with Church. Valerie C is sending a blanket with her.

Also, thanks to Michele H for three more blankets, one for each of the 1/10 adoptees.

WOW!!! 5 in just 2 days. AND more to come next week.

Intakes:

There were no intakes this week.

Health Updates:

ROCKET is currently able to run around the floor in back Thumper's Room. He is moving around pretty good on his forelegs. He still does leave a bit of a trail when he is on the floor, although when he is in his condo, he does use the litter box well. A drag bag may be used if Rocket is unable to move around without leaving evidence.

The sutures on his back leg were removed on 1/9. Every other suture on his tail area was also removed on 1/9. The remaining sutures will be removed by 1/12. According to Megan, Rocket is Level 10 crazy. He truly is the Rocket Man!

CRACKERS' eye continues to heal great. He will be going to see Dr. Darcy on Monday, 1/12 to be neutered.

BETTY is on the floor in the main room. She's the one with the shaved behind. She seems to be enjoying the inside warmth. Hopefully, she will adjust to inside living.

ANGELIQUE: Are there babies or not?---"baby" watch continues. She has gained about two pounds since her arrival. Her belly is protruding and is firm. A pregnancy test was given and it came up negative. WHAT? We are confused. Angelique will be visiting Dr. Darcy on Monday, 1/12. She will get an ultrasound and if there are no babies, she will be spayed. If there are babies, then baby watch will continue.

Holds:

FLOOF is officially on hold. She is scheduled for her spay on 1/13. Her adoption is scheduled for 1/16. Floof is one of Angelique's babies. She is a grey and white long-haired baby girl. Absolutely FLOOFY!

PEAPOD and FUDGE, our tiny panthers, will be going to the same home. They are also scheduled for their spay and neuter on 1/13. Their adoption is scheduled for 1/14. Their new mom, Jenny, is a former volunteer.

PEAPOD:

FUDGE:

Center Kitties:

BLUE is currently in a condo because he has become a bit amorous. Blue has not yet been neutered but that is scheduled for 1/13. He is sulking a bit.

Events:

The Betty White Fundraiser is coming next week. From 1/12 to 1/16 FFRC will be honoring Betty White. Here is a bit of information regarding how this started:

What Is the Betty White Challenge?

Betty White was an American actress and comedian who passed away on December 31, 2021. She starred in popular shows, such as The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Golden Girls, and was adored by her fans. Additionally, she was known as an animal lover and supported several animal welfare organizations and causes.

In honor of her enduring love for animals, fans suggested the Betty White Challenge be held on January 17, 2022, which would have been her 100th birthday.

The trend to honor Betty White continues. Megan will be providing how you can help and a calendar of events. One item will be a review of the finances of FFRC. Megan wants to be transparent on where the money goes. When donating to a charity, it is better to "Trust but Verify" before donating.

Please do not ever feel that you need to participate by donating. You can help the rescue by subscribing to our YouTube channel…LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE. This helps tremendously and doesn’t cost the viewer anything. Also, JUST BE KIND!

Current Needs:

A list is kept up to date on the Amazon Wish List found on the FFRC website

Special:

FFRC is known for their knowledge of CH cats (Cerebellar Hypoplasia). I, like many of you, wasn't aware of this condition. Our first CH kitty was Derecho. He is very popular and here is his message to other cats written by a Friend of FFRC:

UNCLE D’S MESSAGE TO THE LITTLES

(I’m just like you)

Call me Uncle D,

Welcome to FFRC,

And I’m just like you.

My real name is Derecho,

Stop by and say, “Hello!”

And I’m just like you.

I was named for a windstorm,

Straight line, not tornado form.

HA, that’s not like you.

My legs are a little wobbly,

My head’s a little bobbly,

But I’m just like you.

I know what you’re thinkin’,

It looks like I’ve been drinkin’,

But I’m just like you.

All I want to do is play,

I was just born this way,

But I’m just like you.

I live with all you cats,

Some thin and some are fats,

And I’m just like you.

I look like I’m in pain,

I’ll say it once again,

I’m just like you.

No need to worry about me,

That no one will adopt me,

And I’m just like you.

I love that I’m a resident,

I could’ve been the president,

Cuz I’m just like you.

I’m the King of all I see,

But please don’t step on me,

And I’m just like you.

You can find me on my rug,

And all I want’s a hug,

Cuz I’m just like you.

When they open up the food,

They know I’m the dude,

Cuz I’m just like you.

My favorite food is Friskas,

I get them in my whiskas!

Cuz I’m just like you.

Alma, Spiker and Ms. Lucie,

Don’t forget Mr. Ramsey,

We’re just like you.

I don’t let folks put me down,

Cuz, I stumble like a clown.

And I’m just like you.

So come sit down beside me,

And let me help and guide ye.

Cuz I’m just like you!

This is the bestest place,

Not matter what you face.

Cuz I’m just like you!

This is ME!

Other Updates:

Lynnette's back!!!!

Our next Humane Ohio will be taking place on 1/13. FFRC hopes to send 8 or 9 up for their spay or neuter. The plan includes sending Kahu, Blue, Peapod, Fudge, Floof and as many others that we can "fit in".

It's been unseasonably warm and very windy in Defiance, Ohio. Let's hope that when winter comes back it isn't too bad. ❆❆❆❆ Keep in mind that FFRC has cats and many other animals that are not in the main center. The brutal weather makes it tough on them and on Cindy and Laura.

In early December, PetFinder made an update to their software. This is the program that FFRC uses to list our cats that are available for adoption. If you click on our main page to try to look at these cats, you will receive an error. PetFinder is aware of the issue and is working to resolve it. Megan will try to find us a direct link so that we can see our sweet kitties again. Pictures of many of the adoptable kitties are on Instagram.

We have installed a "kitten-proof" box to surround the Kabana Cam. Our kitties liked to move the camera around too much with the old set up. Thanks to Eric (Megan's husband) for creating this solution and putting it in place. I'm sure that Kitty Eric helped int he planning of this.

2026 Calendars are now available and are being offered in two sizes: 8 1/2 x 12 or 8 1/2 x 14. Orders for calendars will be through the FFRC Store and also on the FFRC website. We are unable to take orders via the phone or e-mail. I've received mine, how about you?

Photos by Dawn.

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In the Spirit of remembering Betty White, here is a thought from her:

"If everyone took personal responsibility for their animals, we wouldn't have a lot of the animal problems that we do. I'm a big spay-and-neuter supporter. Don't have babies if you're not going to take care of those babies. We don't need more. We just need to take care of the ones we have. Take responsibility and breathe kindness."